Jobs at Frencken Group Limited

Improves manufacturing performance through process optimization, troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, corrective actions, production layout development, work-instruction control, capacity planning, tooling design, audits, NPI support, and cost reduction. Provides technical support for assembly and testing, trains operators and technicians, manages special tooling and preventive maintenance, and collaborates with customers and cross-functional teams. Overseas travel may be required.

Designs and develops 2D and 3D injection mold layouts using CAD software. Creates DFM and mold-flow simulations, designs cooling and gating systems, performs feasibility and design analyses, and optimizes part quality. Collaborates with engineering, tooling teams, customers, suppliers, and vendors to ensure manufacturability, cost efficiency, fabrication, and validation. Applies DFMEA lessons learned and ensures compliance with quality standards.

Lead Process Engineering and Tooling teams, driving injection molding process optimization, Lean and Six Sigma improvements, OEE gains, tooling maintenance, automation, root-cause analysis, and waste reduction. Oversee NPI validation, PPAP, FMEA, process controls, and compliance with IATF 16949 and ISO 9001. Manage engineering resources, vendors, budgets, and KPIs while collaborating with Production, Quality, Supply Chain, Sales, plant leadership, and customers.

Supports BOM costing and quotation activities by managing RFQs, compiling product costs, maintaining part and cost data in SAP, tracking engineering changes, and coordinating with engineering, NPI, procurement, supply chain, and sales. The role requires strong Excel skills, mechanical drawing and multi-line BOM knowledge, numerical accuracy, attention to detail, and effective communication. Fresh mechanical or mechatronics diploma graduates are encouraged to apply, with training provided.

Manages purchasing activities for production and business operations, including supplier sourcing, evaluation, negotiation, purchase order management, delivery follow-up, cost analysis, supplier performance monitoring, and material availability coordination. Works with planning, production, quality, engineering, and warehouse teams to resolve supply issues, maintain purchasing records, support supplier qualification, and ensure compliance with company procedures.

Leads end-to-end recruitment for technical and non-technical roles, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, selection, offer negotiation, and onboarding coordination. Partners with hiring managers, builds talent pipelines, manages recruitment agencies, coordinates interviews, maintains hiring records, and monitors talent acquisition KPIs such as time-to-fill, offer acceptance, sourcing effectiveness, and recruitment costs.

Leads new product introduction from prototype through mass-production readiness. Defines manufacturing processes, assembly methods, documentation, quality controls, layouts, fixtures, and validation activities. Performs hands-on builds and testing, troubleshoots process issues, conducts root-cause analysis, improves yield, cycle time, cost, and quality, and coordinates customers, suppliers, and internal teams. May work in cleanrooms and travel overseas for customer builds, product transfers, or supplier activities.

Provides technical support for precision equipment assembly, integration, setup, testing, troubleshooting, technician training, process improvement, quality control, engineering changes, and new product introduction. Reviews technical documentation, supports root-cause investigations, coordinates cross-functional production issues, and assists customers. Requires overseas assignments lasting approximately one to two months when needed.

Leads strategic IT and digital transformation projects while managing and developing the European IT team. Responsibilities include project planning, resource and risk management, stakeholder communication, vendor coordination, process improvement, automation, IT governance, global standards implementation, and technology roadmap development. The role requires collaboration with business stakeholders, local and global IT teams, suppliers, and external partners in an international high-tech manufacturing environment.

Leads machining manufacturability, industrialization, and NPI projects from concept through production. Develops manufacturing processes and documentation, supports RFQs, optimizes quality, cost, delivery, and efficiency, and resolves complex manufacturing issues. Collaborates with customers and Engineering, Production, Quality, Supply Chain, and Program Management teams while applying Lean methodologies and continuous improvement practices.

Supports and improves manufacturing processes to achieve productivity, quality, efficiency, and cost objectives. Investigates production and quality issues, performs root cause analysis, implements corrective and preventive actions, and drives continuous improvement using Lean Manufacturing, PFMEA, 5S, and JIT. The role analyzes production data, supports process changes and trials, maintains technical documentation, and provides process-related technical guidance to production teams.

Supports supply chain and operations teams by preparing reports, monitoring critical and overdue materials, coordinating with buyers and production teams, tracking issue resolution, and identifying potential shortages or delivery delays. The role also assists with general supply chain activities and requires strong communication, attention to detail, follow-up, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. Manufacturing or ERP/SAP experience is advantageous.

Process customer and sales orders, coordinate fulfillment, shipments, returns, and delivery schedules. Prepare local and international shipping documentation, liaise with forwarders and logistics partners, monitor third-party inventory, resolve customer issues, and maintain delivery and transaction records. The role also supports import GST clearance documentation, reporting, and compliance with documentation and service standards.

Leads New Product Introduction activities for precision-machined mechanical components from development through production release. Coordinates Engineering, Production, Quality, customers, and suppliers; reviews drawings, GD&T, materials, tolerances, and specifications; develops manufacturing routes, process flows, tooling concepts, inspection requirements, and execution plans. Maintains technical documentation, supports manufacturability improvements, mitigates risks, and contributes to continuous improvement and manufacturing problem-solving.

Coordinates DFM and costing activities between customers, sales, and engineering teams. Reviews drawings and specifications, assesses manufacturability, recommends manufacturing methods, develops process concepts, and prepares detailed cost estimates. The role also identifies technical and manufacturing risks, supports continuous improvement, and contributes to engineering and quality problem-solving. Candidates need manufacturing or mechanical engineering training, precision or semiconductor industry experience, CAD/CAM proficiency, drawing and GD&T interpretation skills, and hands-on shop-floor exposure.

Assists with integrating, reviewing, extracting, entering, verifying, and organizing supply chain contract information in a Contract Lifecycle Management system. Maintains electronic records, identifies missing or inconsistent data, tracks outstanding documents, and supports administrative tasks using Microsoft Office and applicable AI tools. Requires strong attention to detail, accuracy, basic contract terminology, computer proficiency, organization, and willingness to perform repetitive document-related work.

Prepare machining production orders from technical drawings, define routing and processing conditions, determine clamping and tooling, and write CNC programs in TopSolid 7. Guide orders through production, coordinate with quality teams, and optimize machining operations. The role focuses on precision CNC manufacturing, including turning, milling, machining centers, and rotary-milling combinations.

Investigate piezo-based sub-micron positioning technologies for analytical applications. Derive system requirements, study markets and literature, evaluate actuation and measurement approaches, develop integrated system concepts, assess production complexity and supplier dependencies, and recommend a buy, partner, or build strategy. Deliver a technology and market overview, preferred system concept, business case identifying high-margin opportunities, and a test plan for future development.

Develop and execute global supply chain strategies focused on customer satisfaction, cost optimization, and KPI performance. Lead supply chain best practices, manage sourcing and procurement, coordinate intercompany transfers, optimize finished-goods distribution, monitor inventory, and negotiate freight routes, rates, and terms. Collaborate with manufacturing, warehouse, logistics, procurement, and sales teams while supporting effective ERP use and implementing corrective actions based on operational analysis.

The Senior Quality Assurance Engineer oversees quality standards, engages with customers and suppliers, and manages quality complaints while initiating corrective measures and promoting a Zero Defects mindset.